Advanced Wrapping Class – August 2014

Babywearing International of Southern Maryland held its first Advanced Wrapping Class on August 23rd, 2014! Our first class focused on Double Hammock and Double Sling Shoulder to Shoulder (DSS2S) and variations of these carries. As a review for those who were there (or for those that weren’t able to make it) here is a recap of what we learned!

All of these carries are back carries. Babies should be sitting on their own and have good head and neck control (usually around 6 months). You should be comfortable getting baby on your back/ be able to do a ruck prior to attempting these carries. Any time you are trying to learn a new carry you should have a spotter or practice while kneeling on a bed. Do not get frustrated if a new carry is not coming easily to you! Most carries take practice to be able to do well! If baby is getting impatient or wriggly, try practicing the carry a few times with a doll or stuffed animal and wait until you have a good understanding of the order and placement of the passes before attempting with your child. As a refresher on the passes involved check out Wrap Pass Glossary!